How To Activate a New Samsung Phone
What is Samsung Phone?
A mobile phone is a portable telephone that can make and receive calls over a radio frequency link while the user is moving within a telephone service area, as opposed to a fixed-location phone.
How To Activate a New Samsung Phone
Turn on your phone by pressing and holding the power button. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your phone. Activate your phone by calling AT&T at 1-800-331-0500 or going online.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I set up my new phone?
Choose to copy apps and data from your old device.
- If you have a cable to connect your devices, follow the on-screen instructions to copy your data.
- If you don’t have a cable: Tap No cable? Ok. Tap A backup from an Android phone. To copy your data, follow the on-screen instructions.
How do I know when my Samsung was activated?
Open the Play Store Settings page on your computer or smartphone. You’ll see the registration date under the My Devices section. This is the activation date of your Android phone or tablet.
Do I need to charge my new Samsung phone before use?
Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended periods. You can also use the USB connector(USB type-C) to charge another mobile device with your device’s battery.
How long does it take to charge a new Samsung phone?
How long do you need to leave your cell phone charging for the first time? There is no minimum time, just let the device charge up to 100%.
How do I know if my Samsung phone is linked to another device?
you can check the WIFi and Bluetooth settings for the same. they have a direct display of connections and help you navigate the linkages created on your device. You can also check the account settings. Doing this would help you figure out what your device may be connected to.
Can I put my old SIM card in my new Samsung phone?
Yes, you can switch SIM cards between phones as long as they are compatible with the same carrier network. Your SIM card should also be compatible with the new phone in terms of size (micro, nano, and standard size).
Is it OK to leave Samsung phone charging overnight?
No! The battery is not at risk of overcharging if you leave your phone plugged in overnight. Once it reaches full charge, the charging process stops and only reactivates periodically to maintain the battery at full capacity.
Can I use Samsung while charging?
Take a break and let your smartphone rest while charging.
Browsing the web, watching videos and playing games while your phone is charging will lead to a slower charging rate in order to prevent overheating.
What percentage should I charge my Samsung phone?
Charge Regularly
Unlike the nickel batteries used in older phones, lithium-ion batteries do best when kept above a 50 percent charge. Repeatedly allowing the battery to drain fully may shorten its life and decrease its overall capacity.
Can I have two phones on the same Samsung account?
Gallery of all supported devices used with a single Samsung account will display synced photos from all the devices which have Sync turned on. You can view, modify, delete photos and videos on one device and the change will be reflected across all devices (with same Samsung account and gallery sync turned on).